This thesis explores the complex topic of partnerships between private companies and public institutions in policing, focusing on the influence of power dynamics on the effectiveness of such...Show moreThis thesis explores the complex topic of partnerships between private companies and public institutions in policing, focusing on the influence of power dynamics on the effectiveness of such collaborations. A framework is utilized to help explore the topic and determine the partnership analyzed into a category. In recent times, public-private partnerships have become increasingly common as various actors seek to address various complex social challenges through the use of Public Private Partnerships (PPP). This study specifically investigates the partnership between the municipality of Almere and G4S, a private security company, in the context of municipal policing. The research aims to determine the partnership into a specifically designated category.Show less
Using a framework of five factors; nature of actor, authorities, task division, perceptions, and collaborations, this thesis aims to define the policing partnership in the municipality of Rotterdam...Show moreUsing a framework of five factors; nature of actor, authorities, task division, perceptions, and collaborations, this thesis aims to define the policing partnership in the municipality of Rotterdam. Making use of document analysis, as well as information gathered through an interview, the framework is applied to the case study and finds the policing partnership in Rotterdam to be best described a junior-partnership. With this framework not previously being tested yet, future research could look at applying the same to other case studies to increase the framework’s reliability.Show less
In the Netherlands, Municipal enforcers (MLEOs) have become an important addition to policing in the country. This paper uses theories derived from the academic discussion on plural policing. The...Show moreIn the Netherlands, Municipal enforcers (MLEOs) have become an important addition to policing in the country. This paper uses theories derived from the academic discussion on plural policing. The junior and equal partnership models are applied to establish which kind of partnership between MLEOs and the police is present in the Hague. In this single-case study, document analysis and interviews with police officers and an MLEO were utilised to establish which of the two models best describes the partnership between the actors in the Hague. Findings indicate that a junior partnership is in place, where MLEOs take the junior position in relation to the police in the Hague.Show less
Over the past few decades, we have seen the rise of the extraordinary investigative officer being employed by several municipalities within the Netherlands, with this type of security officer...Show moreOver the past few decades, we have seen the rise of the extraordinary investigative officer being employed by several municipalities within the Netherlands, with this type of security officer seeking to maintain public order in cooperation with the police. Previous studies have been conducted regarding this collaboration between the latter two actors in which an analytical framework based on junior partnership and equal partnership was adopted, however, this partnership is still disputed in the literature which prompted further research. The purpose of this thesis research was to investigate whether a junior partnership or equal partnership currently exists between the Dutch police and extraordinary investigative officers of Utrecht. The expectation was that a junior partnership prevails between the latter security actors, however, some evidence of an equal partnership has also been found. Theories pertaining to a relationship based on a junior partnership and an equal partnership were examined and compared with the results that were obtained from conducting a qualitative content analysis and a semi-structured interview. The results of the qualitative content analysis as well as the semi-structured interview revealed significant evidence of the presence of a junior partnership that support the initial expectations of this study. This study thereby emphasizes the presence of a junior partnership between the Dutch police and extraordinary investigative officers of Utrecht.Show less
This case study analysis presents an analysis of the coordination between BOAs (municipal law enforcement officers) and the national police in the municipality of Vlissingen, in the southwest of...Show moreThis case study analysis presents an analysis of the coordination between BOAs (municipal law enforcement officers) and the national police in the municipality of Vlissingen, in the southwest of the Netherlands. The relationship between these actors in this form of plural policing will be determined through a theoretical framework that is adapted from the studies by Rice (2019) and O’Neill et al. (2022), which have provided variables to research if there is a junior or an equal partnership of coordination. Therefore, the research question is: How can the current coordination between the National Police and BOAs in Vlissingen be described? Through a combination of the qualitative research methods of document analysis and interview analysis, this study aims to investigate the dynamics and challenges associated with the cooperation of BOAs and the police in Vlissingen. The results show that in some areas we can consider an equal partnership and, in other areas, a junior one. The more the BOAs in Vlissingen professionalize, the more equal the partnership will become. Future research has the opportunity to draw more attention to the urgency of the professionalisation of BOAs and the impact this has on community policing in different regions of the Netherlands.Show less
The focus of this research is to determine if there is a junior or equal partnership between the Nederlandse Spoorwegen, department Veiligheid & Service and the Nationale Politie. This study...Show moreThe focus of this research is to determine if there is a junior or equal partnership between the Nederlandse Spoorwegen, department Veiligheid & Service and the Nationale Politie. This study aims to answer the research question: “What partnership approach governs the relationship between Veiligheid & Service (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) and Nationale Politie?”. The research focuses on two partnership types, junior and equal, in five categories: responsibilities, information sharing, network position and legal framework, training, and perception of professionals. The research uses a single case study design and applies qualitative data collection methods, including interviews and document research. The research sample consists of multiple individuals in different relevant positions from both actors and a coordinating actor. The research indicates that Veiligheid & Service primarily has a junior partnership with respect to the Nationale Politie due to limited responsibility and information sharing, limited legal power and training. However, findings with regard to network position and professional perceptions suggest an equal partnership amongst the actors. Multiple interviews were conducted. However, the interviews were conducted with respondents positioned at a tactical or policy level, potentially under-representing local operational levels. Further research could explore the impact of external factors and the effectiveness of partnerships in achieving their goals.Show less
